Everyone should have a good spice cabinet. And in that cabinet, you need a good Cajun mix. This one is a smaller adaptation of one my mom always makes. I make a smaller amount, because while I do use it,…
Archives for March 2023
Cinnamon Swirl Breakfast Casserole
This is one of the ways I like to use the cinnamon swirl bread I make. Sometimes it gets turned into French toast, but sometimes I find it easier to make a big pan that can be prepped ahead and…
Baked Parmesan Breaded Chicken
This is an adapted version of a recipe I learned how to make when I was in high school during a Tupperware party. That version was made with whole chicken breasts and cooked in the microwave. While it was good…
Jim’s Beef Roast
When Jim and I were dating I got sick while at work. He came and picked me up, let me nap, and made this meal. It was the best gift ever! I had never had roast with just a broth…
Double Chocolate Banana Bread
I am not a big banana person. In fact, I have never liked bananas! I have tried them several times thinking maybe my tastebuds will change, but I just can’t get past the smell. With that said, banana…
The Best Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
This dish reminds me of a creamy risotto without all the stirring. Instead of slowly adding broth to the risotto rice and steadily stirring, you get to mix everything together at once and then walk away as it cooks. You…
Garlic Cheese Bread-Two Ways
This is the perfect addition to any meal. It gives you all the garlic bread flavors with the addition of a cheese top. I used a few of my sourdough baguettes I had left from a market. So, this is…
Flourless Chocolate Cake
This cake has a rich fudge textured consistency with a deep chocolate flavor to satisfy that chocolate craving. It is a beautiful addition to any dessert table. I usually make and serve it with fresh berries, but you could always…
Gluten Free Waffles
This is a great gluten free breakfast option. You get all of the texture and taste of a normal waffle, but without the gluten. You also are getting more protein than a normal waffle, which is an added bonus….
Marinara Sauce
I have grown up making tomato sauce at home for spaghetti or lasagna, but it was always a quick recipe. I will share that recipe with y’all soon. Today however I wanted to start with my more detailed marinara sauce….